HP
HP LaserJet Enterprise M406dn 3PZ15A#BGJ laser printer
Monochrome laser printer for workgroups prints up to 42 ppm with automatic duplexing and a 2.658" colour display
- Recommended UseWorkgroup
- FunctionsPrint
- Display2.658" diagonal Color TFT-LCD back-lit (960 (H) x 240 (V))
- Output Capacity, std.150-sheet output bin
- Paper Trays, std.2
- Input Capacity, std.100-sheet tray 1, 250-sheet input tray 2
- Fast 42 ppm output for high-volume workgroups
- Sharp 1200 x 1200 dpi text for professional documents
- Automatic duplex cuts paper use by default
- 658" colour touchscreen simplifies job control
- Gigabit Ethernet and AirPrint for flexible network printing
Workgroup monochrome laser printer
The HP LaserJet Enterprise M406dn is a monochrome laser printer built for workgroup use. It prints up to 40 ppm on A4 in default mode and reaches 42 ppm in HP high speed mode. Automatic duplex printing is standard. A 2.658" colour TFT-LCD panel provides status and menu control.
Connectivity and security features
The printer includes Ethernet 10/100/1000BaseTX (RJ-45) for wired network integration. HP FutureSmart firmware allows updates to add features over time. The BIOS is automatically checked at startup and repairs itself if compromised. Dynamic security measures block cartridges that do not use a new or reused HP chip.
Media handling and memory check
Standard input consists of a 100-sheet tray 1 and a 250-sheet tray 2, with a 150-sheet output bin. Supported media includes plain, heavy, bond, recycled and rough paper plus envelopes and labels. The printer ships with 1 GB of memory and supports print languages including HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript level 3 emulation, native PDF 1.7 and Apple AirPrint.
Highlights
- Fast 42 ppm output for high-volume workgroups
- Sharp 1200 x 1200 dpi text for professional documents
- Automatic duplex cuts paper use by default
- 658" colour touchscreen simplifies job control
- Gigabit Ethernet and AirPrint for flexible network printing
Specifications
| Recommended Use | Workgroup |
|---|---|
| Brand | HP |
| Series | LaserJet Enterprise |
| Model | M406dn |
| Part Number | 3PZ15A#BGJ |
| Functions | |
| Display | 2.658" diagonal Color TFT-LCD back-lit (960 (H) x 240 (V)) |
| Output Capacity, std. | 150-sheet output bin |
| Paper Trays, std. | 2 |
| Input Capacity, std. | 100-sheet tray 1, 250-sheet input tray 2 |
| Media Type | Paper (plain, EcoEFFICIENT, light, heavy, bond, colored, letterhead, preprinted, prepunched, recycled, rough); envelopes; labels |
| Media sizes supported | Tray 1: letter, legal, oficio, executive, statement, 4 x 6, 3 x 5, 5 x 7, 5 x 8, postcard (JIS), double postcard (JIS), 8.5 x 13, envelope (commercial No. 9, No. 10, Monarch); Custom: 3 x 5 to 8.5 x 14 in; Tray 2: letter, executive, statement, 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 5 x 8, double postcard (JIS); Custom: 3.9 x 5.8 to 8.5 x 14 in; Optional Tray 3: letter, executive, statement, 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 5 x 8, double postcard (JIS); Custom: 3.9 x 5.8 to 8.5 x 14 in Media Sizes Custom: Tray 1: 3 x 5 to 8.5 x 14 in; Tray 2: 3.9 x 5.8 to 8.5 x 14 in; Optional Tray 3: 3.9 x 5.8 to 8.5 x 14 in |
| Black Print Speed | Letter: Up to 40 ppm (default); Up to 42 ppm (HP high speed mode) Black A4: Up to 38 ppm (default); Up to 40 ppm (HP high speed mode) Black Print speed (Landscape, A5): Up to 63 ppm Black |
| Black Print Quality | Black (best) Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi; Black (normal) Up to 600 x 600 dpi; Black (fine lines) Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi |
| Output Type | Monochrome |
| Laser Technology | Laser |
| Color Print Speed | Up to 40 ppm (black) |
| Time To First Page (seconds) | First page out Letter: As fast as 6.3 sec Black; First page out A4: As fast as 6.5 sec Black |
| Print Languages, std. | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, HP PostScript level 3 emulation, native PDF printing (v 1.7), Apple AirPrint |
| Duplex printing | Automatic |
| Max. Duty Cycle | Up to 100,000 pages monthly |
| Cartridges Compatible | CF258A HP 58A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (3,000 pages) CF258X HP 58X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (10,000 pages) |
| USB Ports | 2 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Host; 1 x Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Device |
| Network Ports | Ethernet 10/100/1000BaseTX (RJ-45) |
| Connectivity Technology | Ethernet (RJ-45) / USB |
| Processor(MHz) | 800 MHz / Storage: 4 GB eMMC |
| Memory, std. | 1 GB |
| Memory, max. | 1 GB |
| Power Requirements | 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 531 watts (active printing), 8.1 watts (ready), 1.2 watts (sleep), 0.07 watts (auto-off/manual-on), 0.07 watts (manual off) |
| Windows Compatible | Windows Client OS (32/64 bit)-, Win10, Win8.1, Win7 Ultimate |
| Macintosh Compatible | Mac-, Apple MacOS High Sierra v10.13, Apple MacOS Mojave v10.14, Apple MacOS Catalina v10.15 |
| Other | Mobile OS-, iOS, Android |
| Features | HP LaserJet Enterprise M406dn |
| Dimensions | 15" x 14" x 8.7" Maximum: 15" x 30.8" x 9.5" (printer fully opened) |
| Weight | 18.7 lbs. |
| Package Contents | HP LaserJet Enterprise M406dn printer; HP Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~3,000 pages); Getting started Guide; Power cord |
| Shipping weight | 11.34 kg |
| Package size | 508 × 508 × 381 mm |
Questions about this item
When will the toner cartridge need replacing on the M406dn?
The printer uses HP cartridges with a new or reused HP chip; firmware updates may block non-HP chips, so plan to use genuine or HP-chip remanufactured toner.
What limits continuous printing at 40 ppm on the M406dn?
The standard input holds 100 sheets in tray 1 and 250 sheets in tray 2, so paper runs out before the 100,000-page monthly duty cycle is reached.
How much heat and noise does the M406dn produce during all-day operation?
With 1 GB memory and automatic duplex, the engine runs at up to 42 ppm in high-speed mode; sustained output at that rate increases fan activity and warm-up cycles.
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